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Ioniq 5 N Sets Record at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

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Hyundai Motor Company’s Ioniq 5 N models dominated the recent Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, claiming victories in both the Electric Modified and Production SUV/Crossover categories. Image: Hyundai Looking for a new or used Hyundai? Find it here with CARmag! The gruelling 20-kilometre course with 156 turns that ascends over 1 438 meters to the summit of Pikes Peak proved no match for the Ioniq 5 N. Hyundai entered the competition with three vehicles: two Ioniq 5 N TA (Time Attack) Specs and one production Ioniq 5 N. The Ioniq 5 N TA Spec, driven by Hyundai World Rally driver Dani Sordo, triumphed in the exhibition class with a scorching time of 9:30.852. The second TA Spec, piloted by Randy Pobst, crossed the finish line at 9:55.551. The Ioniq 5 N TA Spec boasts minimal modifications to showcase the prowess of the production model. It features minor software adjustments to boost the rear motor’s output by 27 kW, along with high-performance upgrades like new shock
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Range Rover Sport Celestial Collection Takes Inspiration From the Galaxy

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Taking inspiration from the galaxy, Jaguar Land Rover has whipped the wraps off the Range Rover Sport SV Celestial Collection, a range comprising five limited-edition derivatives. Range Rover Sport SV Gaea Curation. Image: Land Rover Looking for a new or used Range Rover? Find it here with CARmag! Inspired by celestial bodies, the five bespoke creations in Jaguar Land Rover’s Range Rover Sport SV Celestial Collection come in the shape of the Gaea Curation, Theia Curation, Io Curation, Vega Curation, and Sol Curation. Related: Range Rover Sport Goes Desi – The British SUV to be Produced in India The Gaea Curation takes inspiration from Earth, with this model’s bodywork gaining a Green Terre Matte finish, which is complemented by a Narvik Black contrast roof. Adding colour accents to the package, a bronze hue has been applied to the carbon-ceramic brakes. Range Rover Sport SV Theia Curation. Image: Land Rover The Theia Curation variant sports an Ilmenite Grey Satin paint fin
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Hyundai Inster Unveiled as New City EV

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Hyundai has whipped the wraps off the Inster, a sub-compact electric vehicle (EV) with which the South Korean carmaker aims to redefine its segment. Image: Hyundai Looking for your next new or used Hyundai? Find it here with CARmag! The Hyundai Inster measures 3 825 mm nose to tail, 1 610 mm in width, 1 575 mm in height, and 2 580 mm between the fore and aft axles. Hyundai claims the boxy crossover’s cabin offers 1 028 mm (987 mm when a sunroof is specified) of front and 982 mm of rear headroom, while the aft passenger compartment offers 885 mm of legroom. The Inster has a claimed luggage capacity of 280 to 351 litres (when sliding forward the rear pews). Related: Hyundai Exter Confirmed for SA Arrival As standard, the Inster’s 266 V electrical setup comprises a 71.1 kW electric motor, which is coupled with a 42 kWh battery pack. According to the automaker, when the latter is fully charged, the Inster has an electric range “exceeding” 300 km. This variant dispatches the 0-100 k
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Buying used: Nissan 370Z (2009 – 2020)

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The Nissan 370Z, launched in South Africa in 2009, continues a venerable tradition of Nissan sportscars. While the automotive industry has since shifted focus toward alternative propulsion methods, the 370Z remains a compelling option on the used-car market. 2018 Nissan 370Z Looking for a new or used Nissan? Find it here with CARmag! Nissan’s legacy in sportscars is well-established, dating back to the 1970 Datsun 240Z (Nissan Fairlady Z in Japan). This lineage includes several iconic models, each contributing to the brand’s storied history. The 350Z, which debuted in South Africa in the early 2000s, garnered significant interest as an affordable yet performance-oriented alternative to more expensive sportscars. This popularity paved the way for the 370Z in 2009, a model that refined its predecessor’s formula while becoming a formidable contender in the sportscar segment. 2018 Nissan 370Z A rundown on the Nissan 370Z The Nissan 370Z is powered by a 3.7-liter V6 engine, deliv
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Aston Martin Valiant Unveiled with V12 and Six-speed Manual

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Taking inspiration from the Valour, Aston Martin has unwrapped the Valiant, a special edition created by the British marque’s bespoke division, Q. Image: Aston Martin Looking for a new or used Aston Martin? Find it here with CARmag!  Originally conceived from a personal commission from Aston Martin Aramco Formula One driver Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin has whipped the wraps off the Valiant, a track-focused, yet road-legal, limited edition employing a V12 and (purists, rejoice!) six-speed manual transmission. Only 38 examples will be made. Related: Aston Martin unveils its limited-edition, V12-powered Valour! “[The] Valour was a spectacular celebration of Aston Martin’s 110th anniversary, and stirred me to create a more extreme, racecar-inspired version that was track-focused, while also delivering a thrilling drive on-road. [The] Valiant is born from my passion for driving at the limit and I have enjoyed working closely with the Q by Aston Martin team on both the design and t
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Refreshed Toyota Hilux Raider – Pricing and Spec

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The refreshed Toyota Hilux Raider has launched in South Africa. Here’s what you can expect, including pricing and spec, from the updated double cab. Image: Toyota Looking for a new or used Toyota Hilux? Find it here with CARmag! The fresh-faced Toyota Hilux Raider has finally touched down on local shores, with the most notable upgrade made to the revised model range coming in the shape of selected models gaining 48V mild-hybrid technology. Here are some details on the electrified model. Related: Buying Used: Toyota Hilux (2005 – 2016) Toyota Hilux Raider price in South Africa Extra cab Hilux Raider 2.4 GD-6 Xtra cab MT — R563 200 Hilux Raider 2.4 GD-6 Xtra cab AT — R587 200 Double cab Hilux Raider 2.4 GD-6 DC MT — R612 100 Hilux Raider 2.4 GD-6 DC AT — R633 200 Hilux Raider 2.4 GD-6 4×4 DC MT — R684 800 Hilux Raider 2.4 GD-6 4×4 DC AT — R716 300 Hilux Raider 2.8 GD-6 DC AT — R769 900 Hilux Raider 2.8 GD-6 DC AT 48V — R785 400 Hilux Raider 2.8 GD-6 4×4 DC A
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New (1 000 N.m!) BMW M5 Breaks Cover

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BMW has finally whipped the wraps off the new M5, with the German marque saying the seventh generation boasts “intoxicating” performance and “impressive” electric range. Yup, the latest M5’s V8 has gained electric assistance. Here’s what you can expect. Image: BMW Looking for a new or used BMW? Find it here with CARmag!  The box-fresh BMW M5 has officially been revealed, with the new iteration, most notably, employing a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The latter arrangement comprises the Bavarian brand’s familiar 4.4-litre, twin-turbocharged V8, which is coupled with an eight-speed Steptronic transmission, and an electric motor. Interestingly, the former produces 30 kW less (430 kW) than the previous generation. Torque has, however, remained the same at 750 N.m. The electric motor produces 145 kW and 280 N.m. However, a pre-gearing stage allows effective torque at the transmission input to be increased to 450 Nm. Related: How it Started: BMW M5 Image: BMW In total, the plug-in hy
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